Our Introductory Hindi language classes begin in Term 1 with a focus on learning the Devanāgarī (देवनागरी) script and basic conversation and vocabulary. Subsequent Terms reinforce both reading and writing, and focus on grammar, conversation and vocabulary.

Two teaching streams are currently on offer, one class for school-aged kids aged 10 and above that is offered on weekdays after school, and two adult classes offered in the late afternoons and early evenings; these two adult classes are at different levels.

If you are interested in a separate class for younger children below the age of 10 to be offered during the day, please contact us at . If there are other parents who are interested in classes for much younger children, we will consider offering shorter 40-minute specially-tailored classes that focus on conversation only at a time during the day that is convenient for parents.

• Hindi 011: Introductory Hindi for Kids (Thurs 4:00-5:30pm begining 13 Feb, runs for 8 weeks
• Hindi 101: Introductory Hindi for Adults (Frid 6:00-7:30pm begining 14 Feb, runs for 8 weeks
• Hindi 103: Introductory Hindi for Continuing students (Frid 4:00-5:30pm begining 14 Feb, runs for 8 weeks

Term 1 Introductory classes began with learning the Devanāgarī (देवनागरी) script, writing and reading practice, and included basic introductory grammar and some conversation. Term 2 classes will continue with Devanāgarī (देवनागरी) script reading and writing practice, and will continue with introductory grammar, vocabulary, and conversation. Kids who already understand and speak Hindi, but who do not know how to read and write in Devanāgarī, may chose to enroll in the Term 1 course only.

Our Term 1 Introductory Hindi 011 for Kids is specifically designed for children ages 10-19 who do not know how to read, write or speak the Hindi language. Term 1 Introductory classes began with learning the Devanāgarī (देवनागरी) script, writing and reading practice, and included basic introductory grammar and some conversation. Term 2 classes will continue with Devanāgarī (देवनागरी) script reading and writing practice, and will continue with introductory grammar, vocabulary, and conversation. Kids who already understand and speak Hindi, but who do not know how to read and write in Devanāgarī, may chose to enroll in the Term 1 course only. Introductory Hindi 011 for Kids is being offered this year on Thursday afternoons from 4:00-5:30pm. Term 1 classes begin on Thursday 13 February 2020 and run for eight successive weeks, with the last class of the Term held on Thursday 2 April 2020. Subsequent classes (Hindi 012, 013, and 014) will be held in the same time slot for the rest of the year.

Our Term 1 Introductory Hindi 101 for Adults class is specifically designed for adults (and older teens) who do not know how to read, write or speak the Hindi language, and who may wish to enroll in an evening class. Term 1 Introductory classes begin with learning the Devanāgarī (देवनागरी) script, writing and reading practice, and include basic introductory grammar and some conversation. Term 2 classes (Hindi 102) will continue with Devanāgarī (देवनागरी) script reading and writing practice, and will continue with introductory grammar, vocabulary, and conversation. Adults and older teens who already understand and speak Hindi, but who do not know how to read and write in Devanāgarī, may chose to enroll in the Term 1 course only. Introductory Hindi 101 for Adults is being offered this year on Friday evenings from 6:00-7:30pm. Term 1 classes begin on Friday 14 February 2020 and run for eight successive weeks, with the last class of the Term held on Friday 3 April 2020. Subsequent classes (Hindi 102, 103, and 104) will be held in the same time slot for the rest of the year.

Our 2020 Term 1 Introductory Hindi 103 for Adults class is specifically designed for adults (and older teens) who have completed Hindi 101 and Hindi 102 in 2019, and who wish to continue their language learning. This class may also be suitable for new students who can already read and write in Devanāgrī, but who may have rudimentary Hindi grammar and vocabulary skills. If you are a potential new student and may wish to enroll, please contact us. Our Term 1 Introductory Hindi 103 for Adults class continues this year in the same time slot as it did in 2019, meeting on Friday afternoons from 4:00-5:30pm. Term 1 classes begins on Friday 14 February 2020 and run for eight successive weeks, with the last class of the Term held on Friday 3 April 2020. Subsequent classes (Hindi 104 and Hindi 201 and 202) will be held in the same time slot for the rest of the year if there is sufficient interest.

The course fee includes all teaching materials. Individual notebooks for note taking are not provided. Students must bring their own notebooks and pens/pencils.

For more information, visit our website at: www.earthdiverse.org.nz/classes